Hastings Arts Center is owned and operated by husband and wife, Travis and Sarah Lockwood. The center, formerly Guardian Angels Catholic Church, houses Blessings Academy of Arts and Music, with 10-15 music and art teachers who give instruction in music instruments and art classes. Blessings Academy of Arts and Music is dedicated to creating an educational arts experience for all ages, levels and backgrounds. The center also houses a performance hall that features live concerts, and a gallery space for art exhibitions. A great destination to visit, located in Historic, Downtown Hastings, Minnesota.

FRANCONIA SCULPTURE PARK is an intriguing and exciting place to discover an ever changing exhibition of monumental sculpture, many of which you can touch, feel, and experience. Unlike a traditional art museum, we say "Please Touch the Art. Franconia may appear playful on first glance but upon further examination, you’ll discover serious art at work. In 2012, 43 artists were given the freedom to create new artwork and over 60,000 visitors a place to learn and be inspired.
WHAT WE DO
Artist Development
Franconia offers a place where artists live, create, and exhibit three-dimensional artwork in one location. Artists push themselves to achieve new visions at Franconia, beyond what they ever thought possible. Each artist undergoes a transformation at Franconia, leaving with a renewed focus, new skills, and lifelong connections.
Arts Learning
From our Kids Make Sculpture workshops, to the annual Hot Metal Pour, to our art-making workshops for underserved youth, to the Art & Artists Celebration, we offer stimulating programs that engage learners of all ages. We open doors of new expression by exposing many to three-dimensional artwork for the first time.
Access to the Arts
Every day of the year, Franconia provides free access to an expansive, ever-changing exhibition of over 105 sculptures that inspire, challenge, and delight audiences. Franconia in the City @ Casket gallery and sculpture park furthers our mission by engaging people from the Twin Cities close to home.

I am an artist and musician living in Taylors Falls, MN. My husband and I have an old-time music duo called “The Houdeks” and we play a variety of acoustic instruments and styles of music. We are dedicated to helping build a unique and vibrant arts community in the St. Croix Valley.

Located in historic downtown Stillwater, Kids Oasis is a mini playtown designed especially for kids ages 0-8 years old. Featured in the play area is a few climb up/slide down play structures, playhouses stocked with coordinating imaginative and role playing toys, dress up costumes, and a park. There are also lots of toys and cars that the little ones can ride around on the “road”.
We also have a separate toddler section that is blocked off by a white picket fence. Parents can relax and watch their little ones crawl around on the foam mat flooring and play with quality age appropriate toys.
We also host birthday parties, baby showers and other events. Private rentals are available.
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St. Croix ArtBarn is a 106 year old dairy barn transformed into a vibrant community art center located in Osceola, Wisconsin and serving the St. Croix Valley of Wisconsin and Minnesota since 1994. The ArtBarn community includes theatre, music, visual arts, dance, writers and art enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.

The SCJO is a "big band" made up of professional musicians who live or work in the St. Croix Valley. In its ten year history, it has built a reputation as one of the finest jazz bands in the Twin Cities area.

Partner organizations and individuals in the Hudson area have colaborated to make “RiverFest – A Party with a Purpose!” a success. The six-day event celebrates the river while also recognizing the need to preserve its health and beauty.

The St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra serves the greater valley with performance opportunities that delight audiences of all ages. With 6-8 concerts annually, the 45+ member group presents light classics, musicals, and special guest artists that are nationally acclaimed.

Vision
The Zephyr Theatre will create a unique blend of theatrical and musical experiences through professional performances and education for people of all ages. We will be a must-see destination for audiences and a gathering place for art and artists in the St. Croix Valley and beyond, acquiring a national presence and recognition.
Mission
As a professional theatre in the St. Croix Valley, The Zephyr Theater will produce productions of the highest quality that are visually, acoustically, and artistically beautiful. We will create and revive classic musicals and plays, while incorporating music, musical cultures, and dance into the live arts in meaningful ways. We will provide a testing ground for new ideas and projects, while providing a place for the community and youth to learn and grow to their full potential in the arts.